Defense
House, Senate set to move hurricane relief packages
Bills just the beginning of assistance, lawmakers say.
News
Federal employees offer money, time to hurricane victims
Some volunteers stymied in their efforts.
News
Union leader calls for hike in mileage reimbursement rate
GSA, however, cannot raise mileage reimbursement rate for employees driving personal vehicles on official agency business unless the IRS acts.
News
Post-disaster contracting rush leads to confusion
Questions raised about how to implement emergency procurement rules.
Defense
Disaster response threatens to swamp Bush administration
For U.S. presidents, there is an unwritten rule book for disaster recovery, and the first rule is, "Act fast." The second rule is, "Send it all."
Management
Housing, loan agencies send representatives to hurricane relief centers
Agencies coordinating with FEMA to offer advice on rebuilding homes, finances.
Defense
National Guard, Corps of Engineers move into New Orleans
Soldiers bolster security and distribute supplies as engineers work to drain city.
News
Supreme Court to hear case on federal employee grievances
At issue is whether employees are permitted to take employment-related complaints to federal court.
News
Feds can donate leave to hurricane victims
OPM memo tells agencies to devise program specific to their needs.
Management
GSA reorganization sparks internal anxiety
Senior managers worry about their careers as agencies choose to buy independently.
Defense
Military's Northern Command steps up response efforts
The deteriorating situation in Hurricane Katrina's wake illustrates just how heavily civil authorities have to rely on U.S. military forces in truly catastrophic circumstances.
Tech